Case Manager - OWI Treatment Court
Company: Wisconsin Community Services
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:Position Summary: Case management with
intensive support, supervision and monitoring of third and fourth
offense drunk drivers who have been adjudicated and are
participating in Operating while Intoxicated Treatment Court
(OWITC). Essential Functions:
- Responsible for a range of case management from Intake
evaluation through discharge, providing structure, accountability
and support for successful recovery;
- Administer the screening tool and risk assessment on all
eligible participants;
- Make referrals to treatment and other community-based support
services according to each participant's needs;
- Meet face-to-face with program participants in the office or at
their home;
- Administration of Preliminary Breath Tests and direct
observation drug tests utilizing an instant cup and following Chain
of Custody protocol;
- Maintain regular ongoing contact with all treatment providers
regarding the status of individual participants and report back to
the Treatment Court Team;
- Monitor participants' payment of treatment fees, program fees
(if applicable), and court related fees;
- Report to the Treatment Court Team all pertinent participant
activity and status regarding treatment, attendance at self-help
groups, employment, alcohol/drug tests and SCRAM CAM results,
ancillary services and participant's family life;
- Attend weekly pre-hearing staffings and court hearings;
- Assist with recommendations in determining Phase levels,
sanctions, and incentives;
- Produce and maintain quality written and electronic files and
court communication;
- Conduct timely and accurate data entry;
- Ensure that the Treatment Court supervision model, its core
elements and all policies and procedures are followed;
- Ensure protection of participant confidentiality;
- Assist with drug testing in the Waukesha Court Service Programs
as required;
- Weekend drug and preliminary breath testing as scheduled on
rotating Saturdays 7:00am to 10am.
- Volunteer to assist at the Waukesha County Victim Impact Panel
at least one time per year. Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with creative participant incentives and reward
celebrations.
- Maintain flexible schedule to provide coverage in the office
when necessary.
- Other job-related duties may be necessary to carry out the
responsibilities of the position. Job Qualifications:Minimal
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work or other
related field
- Preference for case management experience
- Specific experience working within the criminal justice system
preferred.
- Understanding of AODA issues and treatment
- Computer skills to include a working knowledge of Microsoft
Word and Excel
- Working knowledge of basic office equipment to include but not
limited to computer, fax and copier.
- Possess a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and insured
auto.
- Must pass criminal background check. Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
- Knowledge of the Wisconsin Justice System; knowledge of local
treatment programs and community resources to include housing,
education, public transportation.
- Knowledge of the Circuit Court Access Program (CCAP)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations.
- Sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and disability issues
- Good organizational, computer and typing skills.
- Ability to read and understand drug testing results.
- Good judgment
- Effective use of time
- Must be trained in all agency embraced Evidenced Based
Principals within the first 90 days of employment. Other Job
Information (if applicable):Work Relationship and Scope: Reports
directly to the Treatment Court Supervisor Program Director of the
WCS Treatment Courts, as well as the Treatment Court Team. Has
contact with a wide variety of individuals including justice
involved persons, court officials, law enforcement, jail staff,
treatment and other service providers, Probation-Parole staff,
other WCS staff, and family members of participants. Personal
Attributes: Follow the agency Code of Conduct; adhere to
established policies and procedures of the agency; casual yet
professional workplace appearance with professional attire for
court appearances; reliability in reporting to work regularly and
on time; accuracy and attention to detail when documenting
participant contacts; maintain professional and respectful
communication with co-workers, participants, courthouse personnel,
and all external persons and agencies involved with service
provision; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and disability
issues; demonstrate commitment to agency values and mission.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office setting and the
courtroom; observe and read chain of custody drug screens.Physical
Demands: Duties require good hearing and the ability to communicate
verbally; hand and finger dexterity for data entry and typing;
involves some driving in Waukesha County.pm21
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Keywords: Wisconsin Community Services, Wauwatosa , Case Manager - OWI Treatment Court, Executive , Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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